09/03/2026
Many Muslims grow up hearing that Laylatul Qadr is the 21st or the 27th night.
While these nights are often emphasised, the Prophet ﷺ never limited it to just one specific date.
He ﷺ said:
“Seek Laylatul Qadr in the last ten nights of Ramadan.”
(Sahih al-Bukhari)
And in another narration:
“Seek it in the odd nights of the last ten nights.”
(Bukhari & Muslim)
Notice the wisdom here.
The Prophet ﷺ encouraged us to search for it, not assume we know exactly when it is.
Scholars explain that while the odd nights are more likely, Laylatul Qadr can fall on any of the last ten nights. This is why the Messenger of Allah ﷺ increased his worship throughout all ten nights and woke his family to do the same.
Another beautiful reminder: in Islam the night begins at Maghrib and ends at Fajr.
So the blessings of Laylatul Qadr begin from sunset — Maghrib, Isha, Taraweeh, Tahajjud and the quiet moments of dua before dawn.
If you feel tired in these last nights, that’s okay. Take a deep breath, turn back to Allah, and keep showing up.
You’re closer than you think.
One of these nights is better than 83 years of worship.
If this reminder benefited you, please keep me in your duas in these blessed nights. May Allah allow us all to witness Laylatul Qadr. 🤍
